The Block Podcast

In their VERY FIRST interview after their victory, the winners of the Block 2025 discuss the day, the lead up, the results, the moments that made them, and their futureSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Winners of the Block 2024 (and the youngest competitors EVER), sisters Maddy and Charlotte give their advice for current and future Blockheads, share what they've been up to since the Block, what they still wish was a part of their Block experience, and given their thoughts on who will win this auction day and why.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

By one measure, House 4 might be ahead of all others on the Block (and it's not budget wins!) Plus, in the final week of competition, do Sonny and Alicia have any regrets? Why did they end up at the centre of so many body corps? And the positive signs they're getting ahead of auctionsSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

In a tale of two cellars, Shaynna questions which comes out on top and why. Plus, who listened best listened to her advice on walk-arounds and what is the identity of each home?See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Plus, the real reason behind the 'rooster - feather duster' phenomenon, what was in Sonny's secret text, what happened to Mat as soon as the Block was finished... and why they think they'll win come auction day.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

After a HUGE win, Darren weighs up if anyone else is still in the running. Plus, sheds, standing out, the best outdoor dining, and does Daz have a personal favourite?See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Britt and Taz talk punishments and paintjobs, family and feelings - and their ultimate strategy for house 3.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

With interiors now complete, just which house is Shaynna's FAVOURITE? Plus, the simple rules for finding function and why you SHOULD go WILD in a powder room!See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Better budgeting? Different designs? More cutthroat competition? What would Han and Can do differently if they had their time again? PLUS, their unlikely all-star adviceSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

What Darren was hoping not to see, the life of trends, how to judge an unfinished room AND why he's not shocked at the buyer's jury result! See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Could House 1's Emma and Ben have been the real dark horses all along? They tell us why they're set to win, what game they're playing, and what they really hope to gain from the BlockSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

While all kitchens were applauded - which was really most luxurious? Most livable? Had the best feel? And which took the biggest risk? Plus, why it’s still anyone’s game.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The biggest winners in Block history are CERTAIN they know which house will win this coming auction day - so WHOSE is it and what makes them so sure? PLUS, the ONE THING about their visit this season that Steph can't get over! See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Lysandra is our podcast EXCLUSIVE guest judge! Does she agree with who took out the rumpus room win? What would SHE have done? And why she wishes she was back on the Block! See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

From bouncing back from criticism, to taking new risks, to how they view one another - and of course, the biggest win in Block history - was this the week that changed it all for Sonny and Alicia?See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Does Marty have a favourite overall house? Does he regret any of his harsh comments? And what is his crucial advice for house 4?See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Emma and Ben discuss their secret, their strategy, sussing out what the other couples are doing AND the heated seat DRAMASee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

There's one CRUCIAL thing Shaynna Blaze was looking for more than anything in these Daylesford main bedrooms - what was it? Why was it SO HARD to nail? And what are the tips to do it ourselves?See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Britt and Taz are used to copping a bit of pressure in their jobs - but what about the critiques, lost bets and setbacks of the Block this week?See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Darren Palmer decides on his favourite main bathroom, disagrees with Marty's comment and digs into the evolving styles of each house - including a class on Mid-Century Western!See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

When tensions (and towel rails) are high, are Sonny and Alicia really keeping it together? And how do they feel about the games being played by the other houses?See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Shaynna Blaze speaks about the stand out in this week’s double kids room reveal - exactly why did it work? And what would she have done in house 5?See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Are these guys joking?! Was their week 1 win a fluke? Is their 'secret weapon' too risky? Is their inexperience too great? Or are Robby and Mat the dark horses of the Block after all...See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

aka: 'Darren Palmer's Patented Do's and Don'ts of Daylesford Design'. Plus, how to look good shirtless on a horse!See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

It’s a test to ANY relationship - but just one year in!? Hear the (very heartwarming) reason Han and Can chose to take on the Block, what their biggest strengths and weaknesses were on site, and how they, and their relationship, changed with the competition's many tests... including Han's run in with Dan...See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

They’re calling it the happiest Block on earth - but does it stay that way? Will the new season shake-ups call for new strategies? And what do all the Blockheads have in common? In the first episode of the brand new season of the Official Block Podcast, Shelley and Scotty sneak a peek at it allSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Search for Sylvia Jeffreys' podcast by typing 'The Pay Off' into your favourite podcast app, then press the follow button, new episodes publish for free every Thursday.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

After a record-breaking Block auction, the winners of the Block 2024 discuss the day, the lead up, the lessons and their plans for the future.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Steph and Gian reveal their favourite rooms from this season. Courtney and Grant share their hopes for auction day.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Maddy and Charlotte look ahead to auctions and back over their time on the Block. Dave Franklin talks about his favourite backyard inclusions.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Kristian and Mimi reveal their favourite moments of the season so far. Shaynna appraises how the interiors of each house are looking ahead of auctions.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Ricky and Haydn unpack their most successful week on the Block so far. Darren explains the week’s harsh critiques. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Eliza and Liberty discuss all the ways their lives have changed since the Block. Marty explains why he gave a perfect score.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Ricky and Haydn discuss the importance of keeping vibes high for everyone on the Block. Darren Palmer defends House 2’s bold bathroom. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Kylie and Brad reveal how their kitchen was always key to their plans. Marty Fox backs up his controversial calls in judging.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Maddy and Charlotte discuss getting to the Block and their plans for House 1. Darren Palmer weighs up this week’s tied win.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

As we bid farewell to Jesse and Page, Kristian and Mimi take us through the emotions of that day. Shaynna speculates on the best way to continue for House 1. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Courtney and Grant answer whether rivalry is stronger than friendship on the Block. All-Stars Alisa and Lysandra reveal what the Block ‘ignited’ within them ever since.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Kristian and Mimi reveal the wholesome reason they felt guilty after their second win. Darren explains why ‘finding your style’ is so tricky.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Shaynna explains why she ‘locked horns’ with Marty.Jessie and Paige unpack the pressures of the week - and why they still back challenging their floor plans. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Celebrating its 20th Anniversary on beautiful Phillip Island, Shelley Craft and Scotty Cam highlight why our new bunch of Blockheads will quickly discover that renovating holiday homes is no holiday... See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Here they are, your winners of the Block 2023 in their very first post-auction interview! They discuss the remarkable auction, their remarkable result, the feelings of the day, along with a look back at their Block journey and a look forward to what they have in store next! See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

This is your personal behind the scenes pass to Charming street. You’ll hear exclusive interviews with every contestant before, during and after all the action of inspection day, along with run-ins with a few other Block notables, and exactly what the public thought of what they saw. Does inspection day hold the answers for what will happen at auction? See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

With backyards complete, Charming Street's Block is almost ready for the market. But some big questions remain - like, is the market ready for them? Who do we expect the buyers to be? And did the contestants succeed in creating fabulous family homes? For the answer to all these questions and more, there is no better person to ask than Domain’s National Property Editor, Alice Stolz - and this episode is filled with her expertise, expectations and unfiltered opinions. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

First coming into the Block, they said sisters Eliza and Liberty were as different from one another as chalk and cheese - but reflecting after their re-do room, the real difference could lie in where they started to where they are now! The girls talk about realising just how far they've come, body corp blow ups, the difficulty of hosting family in a half finished Block home and the big question: have they crafted a competition-winning home? See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

In their own words, they came to the Block to ruffle feathers and they’re certainly making good on that! But as they watch events unfold on the telly like the rest of us, do Kristy and Bretty stand by their decisions? And how do they feel about their ‘break-up’ with Leah and Ash? But first, the man with the plans (the floorplans, that is) longtime Block architect Julian Brenchly. How does he see each house? How was he hoping to test the contestants this season? And how does he feel about Blockheads messing with his work?See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

"It's more of a personal journey than it is a renovation journey"It's not just the ensuite mirrors that are doing the reflecting this week. In this episode, Leah and Ash discuss how the Block has made them grow, why they felt they had to confront Kristy and Brett, and on a slightly lighter side, the real reasons you might see them pull some unusual faces during their interviews... But first, Darren Palmer clarifies the key design differences between ensuites and other bathrooms, what the must-haves are for a truly luxury feeling, and which is harder to work with - a smaller space or an enormous one?See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

It’s a feast for Block fans this week! First course: Shaynna Blaze’s thoughts on what made some kitchens clean up, others feel a little underdone and why the best kitchens have as much to do with community as they do with cuisine…Then, the main: Eliza and Liberty on budgets, breaking up with their builders, the feeling of their first room win, why their kitchen was always the key to their styling - and of course, that confrontation with Kristy and Brett.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

They’ve gone from losing streak to being the couple to beat… So, are Steph and Gian giving the other Blockheads a run for their auction-day money? In this episode, Steph and Gian talk about their initial trepidation tackling The Block’s largest Master Bedroom and Walk-In Robe and going with gut feelings, before giving their two cents of the latest design fads and trends. Plus, what common Master Bedroom furnishing keeps Darren Palmer up at night?See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

They’re the Block’s can-do quiet achievers, but are Kyle and Leslie always as upbeat and drama free as they appear? They delve into the agonising decisions behind this week’s living and dining room week, regrets, bouncing back from feedback, plans for the future and what Blockhead division feels like from the sidelines.Plus, who’s this year’s favourite for Foreman Dan? And could he ever see himself back on the Block?See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.